SKU: GI.G-9945
ISBN 9781622774937.
The perfect solution for distance learning! Concise lessons and exercises are designed for students to learn and practice on their own • Workbooks give all students equal access to quality instruction • No computer apps, Wi-Fi, or additional programs are needed • Teacher’s edition with hundreds of activities, worksheets, and quizzes will be available this summer—no special apps needed. Music Theory for the Successful String Musician is the music theory and history curriculum string programs have been waiting for. In two carefully crafted books, author Christopher Selby presents a comprehensive and pedagogically sound sequence specifically for orchestral string students and also addresses questions and offers guidance in resolving problems that are unique to the orchestra classroom. This curriculum will help directors teach music theory, music literacy, music history, and creativity—all of those hard-to-reach standards that ultimately help music students become more well-rounded and better performers, creators, and consumers of great music. Students will learn: Tonal literacy. Fingerboard maps and diagrams teach students how all sharp, flat, and natural notes on the staff relate to the spaces on the fingerboard. Sequential lessons introduce students to minor and major seconds and the effects that key signatures and accidentals have on finger patterns. Students also learn about thirds, tetrachords, and key signatures for all major and minor scales. Rhythmic literacy. The rhythm units teach students how to mark their music so they can perform rhythms independently, correctly, and confidently. Students will learn to read and decipher complex dotted, tied, and syncopated rhythms, as well as the longer notes and rests that are common in orchestra music. Historical awareness. Students will learn the evolution of string instruments and how string music has evolved over the past four centuries. They will learn about some of the great composers and musical genres from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern eras. Creative activities. Creativity units teach students how to write down their ideas while also encouraging them to break free from written notation and focus on the enjoyment of making their own music with friends. These units give students opportunities to contribute their own ideas to the ever-evolving field of string music. To access the online videos, visit https://www.stringeducation.org/music-theory-for-the-successful-string-musician .
SKU: GI.G-10118
ISBN 9781622774326.
The perfect solution for distance learning! Concise lessons and exercises are designed for students to learn and practice on their own • Workbooks give all students equal access to quality instruction • No computer apps, Wi-Fi, or additional programs are needed • Teacher’s edition with hundreds of activities, worksheets, and quizzes will be available this summer—no special apps needed. Music Theory for the Successful String Musician is the music theory and history curriculum string programs have been waiting for. In two carefully crafted books, author Christopher Selby presents a comprehensive and pedagogically sound sequence specifically for orchestral string students and also addresses questions and offers guidance in resolving problems that are unique to the orchestra classroom. This curriculum will help directors teach music theory, music literacy, music history, and creativity—all of those hard-to-reach standards that ultimately help music students become more well-rounded and better performers, creators, and consumers of great music. Students will learn: Tonal literacy. Fingerboard maps and diagrams teach students how all sharp, flat, and natural notes on the staff relate to the spaces on the fingerboard. Sequential lessons introduce students to minor and major seconds and the effects that key signatures and accidentals have on finger patterns. Students also learn about thirds, tetrachords, and key signatures for all major and minor scales. Rhythmic literacy. The rhythm units teach students how to mark their music so they can perform rhythms independently, correctly, and confidently. Students will learn to read and decipher complex dotted, tied, and syncopated rhythms, as well as the longer notes and rests that are common in orchestra music. Historical awareness. Students will learn the evolution of string instruments and how string music has evolved over the past four centuries. They will learn about some of the great composers and musical genres from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern eras. Creative activities. Creativity units teach students how to write down their ideas while also encouraging them to break free from written notation and focus on the enjoyment of making their own music with friends. These units give students opportunities to contribute their own ideas to the ever-evolving field of string music. .
SKU: GI.G-10115
ISBN 9781622774296.
SKU: GI.G-9944
ISBN 9781622773770.
SKU: GI.G-9942
ISBN 9781622773756.
SKU: GI.G-10116
ISBN 9781622774302.
SKU: GI.G-10117
ISBN 9781622774319.
SKU: GI.G-9941
ISBN 9781622773749.
SKU: GI.G-9943
ISBN 9781622773763.
SKU: GI.G-9602
ISBN 9781622772766.
Habits of a Successful Middle Level String Musician is a field-tested musical collection of over 300 sequenced exercises for building fundamentals. Perfect to use with the entire string orchestra or a solo player, this series contains carefully sequenced finger pattern and shifting etudes, tone and articulation warm-ups, sight-reading exercises, rhythm vocabulary studies, chorales, and much more. In one place, this series collects everything an aspiring player needs to build fundamental musicianship skills and then be able to transfer those skills directly into the performance of great literature. Habits of a Successful Middle Level String Musician: Presents a differentiated, sequential, and comprehensive method for developing finger pattern and shifting skills to address the most common problems encountered by intermediate level orchestra students. Organizes tone, rhythm, and articulation patterns into a flexible and sequential series. Creates a method for teaching scales, arpeggios, and thirds that simultaneously accommodates students of different ability levels. Provides chorales for the development of intonation, tone quality, blend, and musicianship. Presents sequenced rhythm vocabulary charts in a format that allows transfer from timing to pitches in a musical context. Includes over ten pages of audition sight-reading exercises in a full- ensemble format that is well planned in scope and sequence. Promotes the idea that students should cross the threshold from the “technical components of playing†to music making. Habits of a Successful Middle Level String Musician is the answer to the very simple question, “What should I be learning during fundamentals time?â€.
SKU: GI.G-9605
SKU: GI.G-9601
ISBN 9781622772759.
SKU: GI.G-9603
ISBN 9781622772773.
SKU: GI.G-9604
SKU: GI.G-11061
ISBN 9781622778171.
SKU: GI.G-11060
ISBN 9781622778164.
SKU: GI.G-11062
ISBN 9781622778188.
SKU: GI.G-11051
ISBN 9781622778072.
SKU: GI.G-11052
ISBN 9781622778089.
SKU: GI.G-11050
ISBN 9781622778065.
SKU: GI.G-10159
ISBN 9781622777099.
NOW AVAILABLE! Habits of a Successful Beginner Band Musician is a field-tested, vital, and—most important—musical collection of 225 sequenced exercises for the beginning band student. The book’s cutting-edge online component, Habits Universal, features a backend gradebook that allows students to submit video recordings of their performances as a primary source of assessment. This gradebook is compatible with PowerSchool, Canvas, Google Classroom, Brightspace, Edmodo, Schoology, and many other platforms! In addition, Habits Universal features supplemental rhythm vocabulary sheets, accompaniment tracks, video start-up clinics, as well as a professional video coach for each exercise in the book. What makes Habits of a Successful Beginner Band Musician unique? Features include: Teacher tips for each exercise in the book. Diatonic solfege that begins on the first day of instruction. Initial exercises on the mouthpiece, mouthpiece and barrel, reed, bocal and reed, or headjoint prior to playing the first notes in the book. Sequential rhythm charts embedded in the book. These same rhythms are then presented with pitches for a seamless transfer to the music students are performing. Technique and skill-building exercises embedded within the method, which helps to prepare students for future Habits exercises. The introduction of the key of Concert C, which results in students playing the pitches B, E, and A more often (as opposed to the typical emphasis on B-flat, E-flat, and A-flat). The introduction of five keys: Concert B-flat, E-flat, A-flat, C, and F. The Concert G scale is also provided in the back of the book. Left (L) and right (R) indicators for woodwinds along with appropriate chromatic alternate fingering indicators. Shaded boxes around first-time challenges in the student books. A thorough explanation of (T:1) for trombones and rules for when to use it. Rhythm vocabulary that progresses through quarters, eighths, dotted rhythms, sixteenths, and an eighth and two sixteenths. The sequential introduction of the one-handed breakdown of a percussion rudiment before introducing the rudiment itself. The use of the “enharmonic ladder†and the “call-and-response game†to learn enharmonic notes. A thorough explanation of and markings for the “F dilemma†on oboe. An explanation of appropriate flicking on bassoon. Two pages of slow “clarinets only†work that focuses on going over the break and throat tones. .
SKU: GI.G-10710
ISBN 9781622776542.
Having been a high school band director for 30 years, I experienced firsthand the learning on the job syndrome that music educators encounter. From effective rehearsal strategies to repertoire selection to class scheduling to what to teach, Mary Land and Scott Rush have provided a valuable resource to supplement our music education curriculum. Habits of a Successful Music Education Student contains a wide array of essential information that all music educators should know before they start teaching! Alex Kaminsky Director of Bands, VanderCook College of Music Habits of a Successful Music Education Student is a fantastic and important addition to the series and a much-needed resource for the collegiate music education curriculum! Scott Rush and Mary Land provide a wealth of materials, knowledge, and wisdom for prospective instrumental music teachers while including a sequential curriculum and valuable topics for discussion for an instrumental methods course. Dr. Stephen Meyer Director of Bands, Northern Arizona University Mary Land and Scott Rush have blended their combined knowledge-and-wisdom in a remarkable book, Habits of a Successful Music Education Student.  Two brilliant minds, two master educators, two first-class musicians, two of our profession’s most celebrated exemplars offer-up priceless information certain to bring success to ALL, benefits, benefits…and more benefits.  This is a MUST READ for anyone/everyone who aspires to be A TEACHER WHO MAKES A POSITIVE IMPACT! Tim Lautzenheiser Senior Vice President of Education, Conn-Selmer, Inc. This is a significant text in the training of future instrumental music teachers. It is informed by years of meaningful, influential, and substantial musical efforts, achievements, insights, and contemplations. This book will help future instrumental music teachers be more effective and knowledgeable as they enter our challenging and rewarding field. With the valuable foundation derived through this book, future band and orchestra teachers will be better equipped to get more music to more people. Dr. Amanda Schlegel Assistant Professor of Music Education, University of South Carolina      Habits of a Successful Music Education Student covers important topics such as: Band and String Pedagogy Curriculum and Instruction Recruitment and Retention Beginner and Supplemental Method Books Technology in the Classroom Concert Programming for HS and MS Marching Band, Jazz Band, and Percussion Ensemble Repertoire for Multiple Ensembles and Soloists Score Study and Music Making Creating a Culture of Excellence Goal Setting Classroom Scenarios Being in the MUSIC and PEOPLE Business Social/Emotional Learning Student Leadership DEAI in the Music Classroom Quality of Life Work/Life Balance Tips from Master Teachers Beyond Student Teaching and much, much more! Mary Land is the Associate Professor of Music Education at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Scott Rush is the team lead for the Habits series published by GIA and is the former Director of Bands at Wando High School.